Exception Quote by Robert Burton
“No rule is so general, which admits not some exception.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Anatomy of Melancholy by Robert Burton, 1621
General rules have exceptions; no principle applies universally without limits.
In simple terms: Rules aren't absolute.
Key Takeaway
Expect exceptions.
Themes
law
philosophy
logic
critical thinking
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
advisory
When to use this quote
- policy making
- legal drafting
- scientific theory
- personal decisions
Key Concepts
universality
exceptions
Questions to Reflect On
- When might a rule be truly universal?
- How do you handle exceptions?
A Different Perspective
Some rules may still hold in most cases.
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